Everyday Brewing

1 tbsp (4g) per 8 oz of water

200°F

5 minutes sweeten + add milk to taste

Traditional Brewing

Mix 2 tbsp chai, 1 cup water, and 1 cup milk in a saucepan. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in sugar or sweetener to taste. Strain into a mug or pitcher and enjoy! Chai can also be enjoyed over ice.

We encourage you to experiment with the quantity of tea leaves and the length of the steep time to find your desired brew strength. Varying the water temperature isn't recommended, as water that is too hot will over-extract the bitter components of tea, while water that is too cool might not fully draw out the aromas and flavors of tea.

Masala ChaiOrganic Black Tea Blend

Description

Literally "mixed spiced tea," Masala Chai is a classic style of black tea blended with traditional spices native to South and Southeast Asia. The tea base consists of a robust and malty Assam balanced with our new, lively Orange Pekoe from northern Thailand. Our recipe is unapologetically spicy yet balanced, highlighting aromatic Guatemalan cardamom, hot and citrusy ginger, and sweet cinnamon, with accents of pungent cracked black pepper and fragrant cloves. Designed to be brewed both straight up and via stovetop simmered the traditional way in water and milk often with a touch of sweetness.

Tasting Notes

Everyday Brewing

1 tbsp (4g) per 8 oz of water

200°F

5 minutes sweeten + add milk to taste

Traditional Brewing

Mix 2 tbsp chai, 1 cup water, and 1 cup milk in a saucepan. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in sugar or sweetener to taste. Strain into a mug or pitcher and enjoy! Chai can also be enjoyed over ice.

We encourage you to experiment with the quantity of tea leaves and the length of the steep time to find your desired brew strength. Varying the water temperature isn't recommended, as water that is too hot will over-extract the bitter components of tea, while water that is too cool might not fully draw out the aromas and flavors of tea.

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Reviews

This is my go-to masala chai. It is of the highest quality that I can find and the taste is absolutely exceptional.

Melissa New Tripoli, PA

New try

Jan 8, 2018

I have been searching for this tea after drinking at an Indian restaurant in Cincinnati; this tea is just what I was looking...

MICHELLEMANSFIELD, OH

New try

I have been searching for this tea after drinking at an Indian restaurant in Cincinnati; this tea is just what I was looking for; great as a latte!

green tea chai

Dec 25, 2017

I miss the green tea chai! It was the best!

DianeTakoma Park, MD

Masala Chai

Dec 19, 2017

This tea is sooooo good! The spices are perfect, not weak. I add a little milk or cream and sometimes a little honey. I can... read more

ChristineFort Wayne, IN

Masala Chai

This tea is sooooo good! The spices are perfect, not weak. I add a little milk or cream and sometimes a little honey. I can drink this every morning and not get tired of it. Good wake up and stay up tea.

Chai

Dec 15, 2017

bought it for the first time. love it. is now my husband's favorite.

Susan Santa Fe, NM

Masala Chai

Nov 17, 2017

This is my favorite Chai tea around- perfect amount of spice, not too much clove and a nice touch of cardamom. Makes for a... read more

KatieAmes, IA

Masala Chai

This is my favorite Chai tea around- perfect amount of spice, not too much clove and a nice touch of cardamom. Makes for a great chai concentrate I use for lattes!

Chai Marsala

Nov 7, 2017

I buy this tea by the pounds , and drink every morning! My favorite/

KathleenSalem, MA

chai masala

Sep 19, 2017

This chai is not quite spicy enough for me, but is a good Chai backbone which I amend with ginger and black pepper, if not some... read more

MaggieEmpire, MI

chai masala

This chai is not quite spicy enough for me, but is a good Chai backbone which I amend with ginger and black pepper, if not some other spices. Having said that, I find this much better than most other chais

Masala chai

May 3, 2017

All time favorite

louise cardellinaRiverhead, NY

Spicy Chai

Dec 5, 2016

I love spicy (not too sweet) chai and this one is the best I've had. I'm often disappointed in the bland flavor of chai blends... read more

PamColville,

Spicy Chai

I love spicy (not too sweet) chai and this one is the best I've had. I'm often disappointed in the bland flavor of chai blends - weak tea and not enough spice - but this one has a good kick to it and the tea itself comes through as well. I'll be enjoying this chai all winter long. Thanks!

Best Chai!

Nov 19, 2015

Rishi Masala Chai is undoubtedly the best chai tea on the market! I've tried many brands and purchased many cups at coffee/tea... read more

Bonnie BrownRaymondville, AL

Best Chai!

Rishi Masala Chai is undoubtedly the best chai tea on the market! I've tried many brands and purchased many cups at coffee/tea cafes, and this one is the absolute best! I like it hot, steamed with coconut milk and honey!

Rishi Chai

Dec 14, 2016

Excellent blend!

Christine YorkOak ridge, NC

Masala Chai

Dec 26, 2016

Masala Chai has the unique, just right, combinations of spice and tea, warming the heart and soul with the richness of organic... read more

CawoodCharlottesville, VA

Masala Chai

Masala Chai has the unique, just right, combinations of spice and tea, warming the heart and soul with the richness of organic goodness and great taste! Made in the traditional recipe of masala chai spices, it is packed with flavor. Masala Chai is my favorite go to tea every morning. I boil it on the stove with a little sugar and milk and then pour it right into my Rishi insulated stainless steel travel mug to enjoy on my way to work. Rishi makes amazing teas and I like all of them. Masala Chai is my very favorite and a great tea to enjoy daily and to serve to friends when they come visit.

Sweet, Spicy, and Grounding

Jan 22, 2018

This is my go-to masala chai. It is of the highest quality that I can find and the taste is absolutely exceptional.

Melissa New Tripoli, PA

No Milk or Sweetener

Mar 14, 2015

The flavor of this tea really worried me before I purchased it... The brewing guide only spoke of stove-top prep (5 minutes of... read more

SmithMichigan, AL

No Milk or Sweetener

The flavor of this tea really worried me before I purchased it... The brewing guide only spoke of stove-top prep (5 minutes of simmering). I kind of figured the tea would only be good prepared this way as many spiced chai have flavoring / oils in them. Although I like it prepared with milk and sweetener on the stove, it was not what I was looking for.
That said I think it is a great cup of tea. Spicy, simple, and clean flavor. Easily get over 9 servings the way I have been making it. (Steep about 1.5-2 tsp a cup of boiling water. No simmering. Steep 5 or so minutes.)
The black tea is a little fine, so this may slip through some infusers. Though this doesn't bother me.

Amazing

Nov 16, 2014

DO NOT LISTEN TO THE GUY WHO GAVE THIS TWO STARS. this chai tea is phenomenal. I hardly ever drink anything other than Japanese... read more

Nick Norman, OK, AL

Amazing

DO NOT LISTEN TO THE GUY WHO GAVE THIS TWO STARS. this chai tea is phenomenal. I hardly ever drink anything other than Japanese green teas, but this is one exception in the winter time. I'm no expert on chai tea but I do know tea extremely well and this one is just the bees neez. It is incredibly spicy. When you add just a bit of sweetener (not sugar), it creates the best contrast between spicy/sweet. It's a great experience. JUST BUY IT. You will love it.

Fantastic

Apr 28, 2012

If you like a robust, high quality chai, this is the one you want! You can taste the individual elements of the spices, yet...

Cheryl Largo, FL

Fantastic

If you like a robust, high quality chai, this is the one you want! You can taste the individual elements of the spices, yet they blend perfectly.

Serious Chai

Jul 7, 2012

This is some serious chai. Powerful and decadent. You'll want to go out for Indian food after trying this.

LianeChicago, IL

Unfortunately has changed for the worst...

Feb 3, 2016

This tea used to be my favorite. the best chai i had ever tasted, in fact. So great that I splurged to buy a whole pound for... read more

Owner Response: Brighid,
Thanks for the feedback. Sorry to scorch you ... The spice is meant to be strong enough to stand up to traditional chai walla style brewing with milk and sugar.
All the best -
Rishi team

BrighidPhiladelphia , AL

Unfortunately has changed for the worst...

This tea used to be my favorite. the best chai i had ever tasted, in fact. So great that I splurged to buy a whole pound for myself. rishi must have changed the recipe and it is now INCREDIBLY spicy. coming from someone who enjoys spicy chai, this tea is overbearing. the spicy element is so strong that it makes any other flavor unable to show. I am very very disappointed in this change... bring back the old blend!

Chai-ster

Jun 20, 2013

Its okay if you love cinnamon. The old formula had cinnamon as the 4th ingredient. Now it is second. As soon as I opened the... read more

Karen GeorgeEdgewood, AL

Chai-ster

Its okay if you love cinnamon. The old formula had cinnamon as the 4th ingredient. Now it is second. As soon as I opened the package I new it was different. The tea it self wasn't even as black as the previous formula. Ihave been to India and this isn't even close. Where I visited, they didn't even use cinnamon. I poured what I made down the drain & gave the loose tea away. You have lost a customer until you bring back the old Masala Chai! Poor, poor quality!

I still miss the Green Tea Chai

Feb 23, 2017

I tried Masala Chai and it's OK, I will probably continue to order it. I don't think it's too spicy, but I still miss the... read more

I still miss the Green Tea Chai

I tried Masala Chai and it's OK, I will probably continue to order it. I don't think it's too spicy, but I still miss the perfection of the Green Tea Chai - too bad it was discontinued.

Disappointed in the change

Dec 9, 2015

I can't put my finger on it, but this has changed. Recently, every brew I make is much spicier and less balanced than the... read more

Owner Response: Thanks for the feedback Rich.

RichVerona, WI

Disappointed in the change

I can't put my finger on it, but this has changed. Recently, every brew I make is much spicier and less balanced than the masala chai used to be. I hope Rishi cuts down on the spice, hopefully returning to the previous blend.

Great Masala Chai Tea

Nov 5, 2013

This is my family's all time favorite chai blend. We add extra cardamom and grind it in a spice grinder just before brewing... read more

ClaudiaNY, AL

Great Masala Chai Tea

This is my family's all time favorite chai blend. We add extra cardamom and grind it in a spice grinder just before brewing it.We drink it with goat milk and honey. We have all year, hot or cold.

Mrs

May 12, 2016

I still think Chai tea is the best I have found so far. However the tea is getting more powdery. The formula has changed. Do... read more

Owner Response: Hi Kathleen,
Thank you for your review! In 2015, Masala Chai underwent a change that included transitioning cardamom pods to seeds and Yunnan black tea to an Assam black tea. Through the transition we hoped to create an even more traditional chai blend showcasing not only spices, but also the base tea itself. In short, we've had similar feedback and decided to move back to a fuller leaf black tea from our new partner farm in Thailand, Doi Mae Salong. We hope you enjoy!
-Rishi

Kathleen JohnsonSalem, AL

Mrs

I still think Chai tea is the best I have found so far. However the tea is getting more powdery. The formula has changed. Do you still add Cardamon?It was missing from my last batch.I'm reordering, in hopes it was just a bad batch.

chai masala

Sep 19, 2017

This chai is not quite spicy enough for me, but is a good Chai backbone which I amend with ginger and black pepper, if not some... read more

MaggieEmpire, MI

chai masala

This chai is not quite spicy enough for me, but is a good Chai backbone which I amend with ginger and black pepper, if not some other spices. Having said that, I find this much better than most other chais

Serious Chai

Jul 7, 2012

This is some serious chai. Powerful and decadent. You'll want to go out for Indian food after trying this.

LianeChicago, IL

Fantastic

Apr 28, 2012

If you like a robust, high quality chai, this is the one you want! You can taste the individual elements of the spices, yet...

Cheryl Largo, FL

Fantastic

If you like a robust, high quality chai, this is the one you want! You can taste the individual elements of the spices, yet they blend perfectly.